On May 4, 2025, London City Lionesses secured their first-ever promotion to the Barclays Women's Super League (WSL) after a 2-2 draw against Birmingham City at St. Andrew's Stadium
- Isobel Goodwin's Spectacular Goal: The match featured a remarkable 25-yard strike from Isobel Goodwin, the league's top scorer, giving London City a 1-0 lead and thrilling the 8,749 fans in attendance¨
- Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah Doubles the Lead: Chantelle Boye-Hlorkah extended the lead to 2-0 with a powerful header, putting London City in a strong position for promotion.
- Birmingham City's Late Comeback Falls Short: Birmingham City responded with goals from Emily van Egmond and Cho So-Hyun, leveling the match at 2-2. Despite their efforts, they couldn't find a winning goal, resulting in London City's promotion.
- Significance of the Match: The game was a title decider and marked the first Women's Championship match broadcast live on Sky Sports, highlighting the growing prominence of women's football.
- Michele Kang's Ownership and Vision: Under the ownership of Michele Kang, who also owns Washington Spirit and Olympique Lyonnais Féminin, London City Lionesses have become the first fully independent club to reach the WSL. Kang's investment and vision have been pivotal in the club's success
For more detailed information, you can read the full article here: The FA Article.
